Asked by Priyanka Patel on May 27, 2024
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The common law doctrine in which either party in an employment relationship may terminate the relationship at any time for any reason, unless a contract or statute specifies otherwise, is known as which of the following?
A) Respondeat superior
B) Vicarious liability
C) Employment at will
D) All of these choices are correct.
Employment at Will
A doctrine in labor law that allows employers to terminate employees for any reason, unless it is illegal or violates an employment contract.
Common Law Doctrine
A principle or precedent set by previous court decisions, forming part of the body of law in common law jurisdictions, as opposed to statutory law.
Contract or Statute
Legal documents that establish rights and obligations; a contract is an agreement between parties, while a statute is a law enacted by a legislative body.
- Gain an understanding of key aspects of employment statutes, focusing on employment at will and the theory of vicarious responsibility.
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surbhi talwarMay 28, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
The correct answer is C) Employment at will. This doctrine allows either the employer or the employee to terminate the employment relationship at any time without needing a reason, as long as there is no contractual or statutory provision to the contrary.
Learning Objectives
- Gain an understanding of key aspects of employment statutes, focusing on employment at will and the theory of vicarious responsibility.